Administration

The Administrative Department is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the city and implements the legislative actions and policy decisions approved by the Mayor and City Council. In addition, the Administrative Department serves as the principal tax and license fee collector and maintains the official records of the city.

The Administrative Department is made up of the office of City Administrator Matt Dowling, Finance Officer/Treasurer Jessica Lucius, and City Clerk Misty Ezell. We’re here to answer your questions, listen to your concerns, and assist you with your general city business. You can reach us at the Elsmere City Building between the hours of 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, by calling us at 859-342-7911, or by our respective email address below or info@cityofelsmere.com. We look forward to working with you.

City Administration

Matt Dowling- City Administrator

Matt joined the City of Elsmere in March of 2017. As Elsmere’s City Administrator, Matt is responsible for overseeing all day-to-day operations of city government. Matt also advises Elsmere’s elected officials on policy decisions, develops and executes the city’s annual budget as well as manages all legislative affairs for the City. Matt previously worked as the City Administrator for the City of Union as well as an administrator for the City of Covington and Sanitation District No. 1.

Jessica Lucius - Finance Officer / Treasurer

Jessica Lucius started with the City of Elsmere on June 30, 2008 as Assistant City Clerk. On March 26, 2013, she was appointed the Finance Officer/Treasurer of the city, and is responsible for management of city finances, payroll, and a several other administrative tasks.

Misty Ezell - City Clerk

Misty joined the City in July of 2015 as the City Clerk. As City Clerk, she is responsible for the maintenance and safekeeping of the permanent records of the city, which include but are not limited to ordinances, resolutions, executive orders, municipal orders and city council meeting minutes. Other duties include acting as the "official custodian" of city records under the Kentucky Open Records Act, publishing various legal advertisements, and providing legal notices as required by law.